Good evening, Central Florida. We’re wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook.

Your Weather Planner

As we continue through the evening, high pressure will slowly transition east southeast into the Atlantic. Winds less than 3 mph on average will continue and vary in direction. With mostly clear skies and quickly cooling conditions at the surface, there will be an opportunity for early morning fog Saturday, mainly between the hours of 4 AM and 9 AM.

Saturday morning temperatures will vary between the lower 50s and the middle 40s depending on how far north and low your neighborhood may be. For example, the Orlando Metro’s anticipated to arrange between 52° and 54° but Ocala further north within Marion County is expected between 46° and 48°.

Though high pressure continues to transition into the Atlantic, we will remain under mostly sunny skies with a slow increase of cloud cover towards the end of the day. The wind begins to switch out of the south allowing warmer air to fluttering into Central Florida helping us increase temperatures to the middle and upper 70s.

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Highs: Lower 70s

Lows: Lower 50s

Rain Coverage: 0%

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Today’s Big Stories

1. Major construction boom to redefine downtown Orlando over next few years
Downtown Orlando is about to look different in the next couple of years, with four massive developments moving forward simultaneously.

2. Vaccine mandate rollback in Florida? What to know
Florida’s Department of Health is meeting in Panama City Beach on Friday to discuss potential changes to the state’s vaccine requirements, a proposal that could significantly alter which immunizations children must receive before enrolling in public schools.

3. House Dems share photos from Epstein records of powerful men, including Trump and Clinton
Days ahead of a deadline for the Justice Department to release records from its probe into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Democrats shared more images from the House Oversight Committee’s separate investigation into the disgraced financier — this time depicting some of the world’s most powerful men. 

4. Trump signs executive order to block state AI regulations
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday aimed at blocking states from crafting their own regulations for artificial intelligence, saying the burgeoning industry is at risk of being stifled by a patchwork of onerous rules while in a battle with Chinese competitors for supremacy.

5. Group of seniors finds camaraderie over comedy
It’s a universal want — finding a place to be yourself. 

Happening Around Town

Breakfast with Santa in Clermont | Tomorrow | Come join us for a jolly good time at Outback Steakhouse in Clermont, for a special Breakfast with Santa! Proceeds benefit the South Lake Home Educators Drama Club.

Greg Warmoth’s Reindeer Run at SeaWorld | Tomorrow | Enjoy a festive run or walk through the enchanting pathways of SeaWorld Orlando. Embrace the holiday spirit with the jingling sounds of bells along the route and celebrate your finish in our Winter Wonderland, complete with delightful holiday treats for everyone! Now celebrating 26 years of holiday cheer and unforgettable memories.

Florida on a Tankful

If you’re a Disney fanatic — or just hunting for a holiday gift unlike anything else — there’s a place in Central Florida you’ll want to know about.

Recycling the Magic, a shop packed with authentic Disney-park history, offers everything from props and furniture to clothing and rare memorabilia.